Hearts CEO confirms new contract offer for captain Lawrence Shankland

Captain Lawrence Shankland's future at Hearts stirred the football waters, with the club extending a fresh contract offer, as Chief Executive Andrew McKinlay revealed. Despite the buzz surrounding the 28-year-old forward, who boasts an impressive 46 goals in 75 games since July 2022, McKinlay confirmed that the club hasn't received any interest from other teams.

Shankland, with 18 months left on his current deal, has become a talisman for Hearts, and speculation about his next move has been on the rise. McKinlay acknowledged that potential interest from other clubs is "very understandable" considering Shankland's exceptional form. However, he made it clear that Hearts are not actively encouraging bids for their star player.

In an update to the supporters, McKinlay expressed the significance of Shankland's contributions, particularly in the current season. "We have made an offer to Lawrence," McKinlay stated. "He is already in the higher-paid bracket within the club, but we've made him an additional offer, and that remains on the table for him to consider."

McKinlay addressed the sentiment among some fans who believe the club should pay Shankland whatever he wants, emphasizing the need to "protect [Hearts] for the future." Regardless of whether Shankland agrees to a new deal or not, McKinlay is confident that the striker will continue wearing the Hearts jersey beyond February 1.

Shankland's absence from Friday's training due to illness raised concerns, but manager Steven Naismith remains optimistic about his availability for Saturday's Scottish Cup tie at Spartans. Naismith dismissed external speculations surrounding Shankland's future, urging the player to carefully evaluate his career stage and motivations before making a decision, emphasizing that there is no rush in reaching a conclusion. The football saga at Hearts continues, with fans eagerly awaiting the resolution of Shankland's contract situation.

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